Website slowing website
Thought problem was just on MyPoints when viewing videos but occurred yesterday at InBoxDollas while playing a game. 9/15 - Attached is one of the video screens with the… (funda kabanzi)
Thought problem was just on MyPoints when viewing videos but occurred yesterday at InBoxDollas while playing a game.
- 9/15 - Attached is one of the video screens with the website slowing...... In this group Postables - almost all had this come up. Sometimes just froze there & when I refreshed screen this ... website slowing.... came up & I had to StopIt for video to continue. {Often the screen would be Black as attached shows, sometimes black with an x in the middle so I refreshed}**
Last night I deleted History (except for personal.). Opened MyPoints this morning & went to Postables where half or more of the videos had this popup line stating Website slowing...... & I had to keep clicking on StopIt. I went to the video in image I added but the 2nd from there had this popup - slowing website.... So I guess deleting history helped some perhaps - but is still there. {Searched last night & all the ideas/thoughts listed to stop this went back to 2016. Before deleting History, I went to registry & searched for Firefox Pioneer and also Shockware - None were found.
I-Firefox
Firefox frequently stutters, lags, and results in severe input delay
This has only been happening for about a week or so, but it seems to be getting gradually worse and worse to the point where I'm considering just using another browser. B… (funda kabanzi)
This has only been happening for about a week or so, but it seems to be getting gradually worse and worse to the point where I'm considering just using another browser. Basically what is happening is that whenever I'm using Firefox, it will very frequently stutter/lag. And by "frequently" I mean once every 2-4 seconds. This stutter hangs for about another 1-2 seconds before any inputs I attempted will suddenly and quickly catch up.
For instance, if I'm typing (like I'm doing with this description) it will regularly hang as I type for about a second or two. I can still type while it is hanging, but nothing will appear on the screen until it finishes its stutter, then it will suddenly just display everything that I typed.
-Important note: When I say "hangs" I don't mean in the tradition sense where the browser goes unresponsive. The browser does not freeze. In the case of me typing in a text box, the cursor still blinks as if it is waiting for input. If I'm watching a video, the video will continue to play, etc. What is "hanging" is literally my ability to input anything.
Another example: Scrolling. I'll attempt to scroll, then it will hang for a moment, then quickly jump to the location it 'should' have scrolled to.
This goes for literally any input. And Like I said before, it seems to be getting worse and worse gradually over time. It started as a negligible little hiccup that happened randomly. Then it got more frequent and more pronounced. Now I can't even type a full word without it lagging out. Just earlier I was watching a youtube video and tried to click my mouse to pause the video... but the video didn't pause for a full 3 seconds until after I clicked my mouse.
Things I have done so far:
- I made sure I was using the most recent version of Firefox (69.0)
- I downloaded chrome to test if that gave me the same issues. It did not. Everything worked super smoothly.
- I looked at the resources Firefox was using in task manager and Firefox uses about 530mb of memory, and hovers between 4-11% of CPU usage.
- I have already attempted a restore for Firefox, which did nothing to fix the issue.
- I've made sure my graphics drivers where up to date.
- I've disabled hardware acceleration in the settings.
I've been using Firefox for over 12 years now and I really don't want to switch browsers... but I don't know what else I can do.
Video does not play on some sites
On some sites, the video controls flash intermittently while playing. On one in particular - theguardian.com/uk - embedded video content will not play. The sound will, bu… (funda kabanzi)
On some sites, the video controls flash intermittently while playing. On one in particular - theguardian.com/uk - embedded video content will not play. The sound will, but the picture won't. I've done seemingly everything - disable hardware acceleration, messed about with tracking, blocking, permissions, extensions, plugins, reset that site, refreshed Firefox. Nothing works. I've been using Firefox happily for over a decade, but this is severely testing my faith and allegiance. I'm using a 2019 Mac, but Apple say it's not their problem. The protracted steps I had to take to even get to this page on this forum have seriously tested my patience. Please, Firefox - how can I fix this?
Firefox signs out each time computer is shut down
I added firefox a couple weeks ago and everytime I shut down my laptop, I have to log back into firefox as well as reconfigure my settings. It does not do this on my pho… (funda kabanzi)
I added firefox a couple weeks ago and everytime I shut down my laptop, I have to log back into firefox as well as reconfigure my settings. It does not do this on my phone, what is the reason for this?
TIP: When changing your default download directory, if your default file-manager displays only a short-version? incomplete, not from-the-root whole, location?
this page summarizes well, the steps to change one's default download directory,.. [ https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/questions/1028808 ] ...however, one annoying hurdle… (funda kabanzi)
this page summarizes well, the steps to change one's default download directory,.. [ https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/questions/1028808 ]
...however, one annoying hurdle or trip-up,.. to less-savvy users, is that they could get that far, decide to do the steps, but then when trying to get the off-the-drive's-root-dir,.. full, every-directory, full, location,..
. *bangs head on keyboard*
is that they can sometimes only see a limited location, when your android's storage is partially kept segregated, and only a SHORTENED, location, is shown, essentially, you SEE one of the subdirectories, AS, the root.
if it was the 1st subdirectory, that would have the same effect, no problem, but sometimes its the 3rd, the 7th,.. and that,.. = a problem.
so for EXAMPLE;
say a full address might be ;
c:/temp/a/backups/15/2/auto
a shortened version of that, might appear on screen as STARTING, at backups,.. ( 3rd )
and what you would SEE, when you try to copy it, is
. "backups/15/2" and not
"temp/a/backups/15/2"
then! take a guess what happens,
you type what you SEE,.. in,
but it doesn't work.
OK - now the TIP
if you cannot work out the WHOLE directory-location, simply try getting a PROPERTIES PAGE for the directory you want, with a file-manager.
they should display a complete full-version of the directory's ACTUAL location, on your device's drive.
that's what you need, not just typing in "downloads" or "dcim" or "music" etc.
even if you are typing in multiple, it could still be, that there's hidden ones BEFORE the ones you've been able to cut&paste visually.
Doing it this way, is easy, since using a default file-manager, requires no research into apps,.. & a download,.. & learning how to use it ... etc
often simply a long-press with your finger, with a drop-down box, or selecting the directory, and then the button for extra functions of your file-manager, like cut, paste, etc, is enough to get a properties page,
or if there's a second button? for functions like export-to, print, send-in-an-sms, add-to-a-zipfile... stuff like that.
MOST if not all, file-managers, should have a properties-page display FOR files&directories, somewhere. if your file-manager does not, install a freeware one that does.
Why does Firefox invent new saved addresses for autofill and how could I control it
For quite a while every time Firefox thinks it sees any sort of variation in an autofill address, it has asked if it should change the saved address or save a new address… (funda kabanzi)
For quite a while every time Firefox thinks it sees any sort of variation in an autofill address, it has asked if it should change the saved address or save a new address (I have complained that it lacks a Do Nothing choice). In the past I have usually just ignored this prompt when I didn't want it to do either and usually it has been ok.
Every once in a while however, Firefox just decides to create a new saved address without my telling it to and without telling me about it. Then on some future website when I go to fill out a form, I will suddenly find that I have what look like duplicate choices because Firefox only shows the list for the current field plus a little more data which may or may not show what is different.
The most recent instance, Firefox created a duplicate of my name, address, email, phone, etc. The only difference was that the new address included data in the Organization field. It took me while to notice it because most online forms don't have anywhere for the Organization to go. I only noticed the extra address when Firefox used it as part of my mailing address when I placed an order online. Then I had to think to figure out where Firefox had gotten that 'Organization' -- I realized that I had typed that phrase on a website form a few days earlier, but certainly not in any field labeled "Organization" and I certainly didn't tell Firefox to save it.
I need to use autofill to fill out online forms -- There are several forms that I fill out once a day, but I also use autofill to fill in my name and address on a lot of other online forms where occasionally I need to type in some of the data. This seems to be when Firefox just decides it ought to keep whatever it saw me type.
I like Firefox and have it as my default browser, but I have noticed that Chrome and Opera both do a better job of filling out online forms
Why did my keyboard shortcut stop working with the latest version of Firefox?
Hello and thanks in advance for your help! For many years, the content management system that I have been using has worked just fine with previous versions of Firefox. T… (funda kabanzi)
Hello and thanks in advance for your help!
For many years, the content management system that I have been using has worked just fine with previous versions of Firefox. To access the backend area for a client of mine to edit their own website I built for them, they would go to their website and hit Control-Y on any page of their website. This would bring up the login prompt window so they could login and start live editing their site. Now, when I hit Control-Y, nothing happens.
I saw a previous post that mentioned adjusting (allowing) keyboard shortcuts in the settings area. I did this but unfortunately, this didn't solve my issue.
Can someone tell me why this no longer works with Firefox and what the possible fix / workaround might be?
Thank you so much!!
Stop auto "Download" of videos on web sites
I like to read news online from sites like: Foxnews, CNN, CBS, WSJ etc., and I have limited data available (Metered Service). On almost all of these sites I was able to … (funda kabanzi)
I like to read news online from sites like: Foxnews, CNN, CBS, WSJ etc., and I have limited data available (Metered Service). On almost all of these sites I was able to stop auto play of the video by disabling auto play options, and adding disable HTML5 auto play extension when some sites managed to bypass the disabled auto play option. However, that didn't stop the sites from downloading the videos. I've tried everything that I've found online: content blocker, no script extensions, etc., but nothing seems to work. Does anyone know if there's an answer or a solution to this problem, or will I just have to limit my online site visits as some other forums suggest?
How do I prevent recent history from appearing in my bookmarks bar?
Recent history keeps appearing in my bookmarks bar. I delete the items one by one but then new ones appear. How do I prevent this?
After latest Windows 8.1 update, can't print.
After latest Windows 8.1 update (three days ago), can't print. Get an error message --"an error occurred while printing." Tried all the fixes (reset, refresh, reinstall, … (funda kabanzi)
After latest Windows 8.1 update (three days ago), can't print. Get an error message --"an error occurred while printing." Tried all the fixes (reset, refresh, reinstall, delete print_printer, etc. ) The print dialogue box sees my printer (Brother MFC-J425W) and IE, offline prints fine.
Firefix MAC blocks clicking LIKES in INSTAGRAM.
Firefox MAC is blocking clicking LIKE on Instagram suddenly 1-2 weeks ago. I share Firefox browser settings automatically so this blocking also happens on my Macbook Pro… (funda kabanzi)
Firefox MAC is blocking clicking LIKE on Instagram suddenly 1-2 weeks ago. I share Firefox browser settings automatically so this blocking also happens on my Macbook Pro. It does NOT happen using SAFARI or mobile cellphone app - ONLY Firefox browser. Everytime I click LIKE, this message window pops up: "Action Blocked This action was blocked. Please try again later. We restrict certain content and actions to protect our community. Tell us if you think we made a mistake." I included screenshots of green lock notification in address bar. HELP - any suggestions?
Firefox crashes with a breakpoint message
After a new install on a new windows 10 computer I get the following error when I open Firefox A breakpoint has been reached (0x80000003) in the application at location … (funda kabanzi)
After a new install on a new windows 10 computer I get the following error when I open Firefox A breakpoint has been reached (0x80000003) in the application at location 0x00007FF95BB874BB
Version 68.0.2
I suspect it has to do with my work environment. There is corporate management software, and I have to "run elevated" to do new installs or updates. Firefox is the only app that has had an issue with whatever they are doing. Chrome installs fine.
The IT team won't help since they say "we support Internet explorer"
In addition, I cannot update the version I have on my windows 7 and 10 machines that was installed before they added their monitoring software,
Again, this is a problem with compatibility with our corporate overlords environment that is messing up firefox. I'm hoping there are settings or logging options that will get to the cause.
I'm typing this on an old firefox (63.0.1) on a windows 7 machine.
Please don't tell me to reinstall, update video drivers, etc. Been through all that. We are talking a new installation on a new windows 10.
Thanks
Why are my File Upload folders empty?
No issues when using another browser to upload an image. After completing a sync with MS OneDrive, my Firefox's File Upload folders are all empty despite my MS OneDrive … (funda kabanzi)
No issues when using another browser to upload an image. After completing a sync with MS OneDrive, my Firefox's File Upload folders are all empty despite my MS OneDrive being up-to-date. Every folder stills how the "still syncing" symbol, yet they there is no syncing going on at all. Why the incompatibility? Not happy with FF. Needs attention for a fix.
Firefox crashes
Hi, I am suddenly getting frequent Firefox crashes after a recent Firefox update. It still crashes in Safe Mode with hardware acceleration disabled. Memory tests fine. Al… (funda kabanzi)
Hi, I am suddenly getting frequent Firefox crashes after a recent Firefox update. It still crashes in Safe Mode with hardware acceleration disabled. Memory tests fine. All software is up to date.
The last few crash report details are as follows:
bp-df7992e2-0618-4337-ab58-c348b0190908 08/09/2019, 21:35 bp-3bf750d9-c06e-4cd1-a4e1-6c2650190908 08/09/2019, 20:14 bp-969c3264-ee53-4c3c-bf4b-6ef3b0190908 08/09/2019, 18:04 bp-e194e0bc-01a6-44a1-814f-426b00190908 08/09/2019, 16:45 bp-af5e89f3-109b-4f51-80ab-13c710190908 08/09/2019, 16:44 bp-39330c7e-b02e-4976-b3eb-ace030190908 08/09/2019, 16:44 bp-8ba0032e-35da-4705-a8ee-9b5990190908 08/09/2019, 16:43 bp-218e63ed-211f-498d-9898-321b20190908 08/09/2019, 16:43
Any help would be appreciated - Thanks!
Locking in Automatically install updates (recommended)
Would anyone care to share if it is possible to lock the pref "Automatically install updates (recommended)" option. I have found where I can lock in the check for update… (funda kabanzi)
Would anyone care to share if it is possible to lock the pref "Automatically install updates (recommended)" option. I have found where I can lock in the check for updates updates but specifically we are looking to take away the ability for our user to switch it from "Automatically install updates (recommended)" to "Check for updates but let you choose to install them" .
firefox-dev does not open from terminal
Many development tools will automatically open a browser upon start-up (e.g., fire-up a react-app, or a jupyter Notebook). I only have `firefox-dev` on my machine. I ha… (funda kabanzi)
Many development tools will automatically open a browser upon start-up (e.g., fire-up a react-app, or a jupyter Notebook). I only have `firefox-dev` on my machine. I have created an alias firefox -> ../path/to/firefox-dev/bin. I had to do this because `firefox-dev` nor `firefox` worked (command not recognized). Finally, my mac os preference has been set to `firefox-dev`.
Despite having set the `env` variable `$BROWSER` set to the alias, the desired behavior (above) is not happening.
All in all, it would be great to have expanded documentation on how to fully configure your mac to use `firefox-dev`. Thank you in advance for any help on this useful part of my workflow.
PS: I love this app. Nice job!
- E
Drop Down Navigation Menus Not Working
I've researched and tried just about everything I can to get drop down menus to work on a certain site...turned off hardware acceleration, tried loading the site in safe … (funda kabanzi)
I've researched and tried just about everything I can to get drop down menus to work on a certain site...turned off hardware acceleration, tried loading the site in safe mode without any add-ons or themes, disabled all content blocking for the site, deleted all cookies and cache, reinstalled flash, etc etc etc. Nothing works. I have verified that the site functions properly using other browsers so I'm at a dead end now. Any help would be appreciated.
Amazon moves won't stream.
Amazon moves won't stream. Series episodes stream fine, but not single movies. On Edge they work fine...
print a listing of my folders?
Can I print the list of my folders?
Unable to play powerpoint recorded videos with acceptable audio in firefox - very crackly.
I recorded a powerpoint presentation using the powerpoint Recording function and exported to video - it created an MP4 file. This file plays fine under windows media pl… (funda kabanzi)
I recorded a powerpoint presentation using the powerpoint Recording function and exported to video - it created an MP4 file. This file plays fine under windows media player, Edge and Chrome. It produces intolerably scratchy audio (sounds of crackles) when played under firefox on Windows 10 and via a website link on Firefox for Android. Powerpoint is for Office 365 MSO version 1908 (Build 11929.20254). Firefox (windows) is version 69.0 build 20190827005903.